Low Clearance Renal Clinics are crucial in managing Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). This is especially true as patients approach the later stages of the condition. CKD progresses through five stages, each determined by the estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR), a key measure of kidney performance:
| Stage | eGFR (mL/min) | Description |
| 1 | >90 | Normal or high eGFR, but with other signs of kidney damage like high protein in the urine (albuminuria). |
| 2 | 60-89 | Slightly reduced kidney function, with other signs of kidney damage. |
| 3a | 45-59 | Mild-to-moderate decrease in kidney function. |
| 3b | 30-44 | Moderate decrease in kidney function. |
| 4 | 15-29 | Severe decrease in kidney function. |
| 5 | <15 | Kidney failure, requiring dialysis and/or transplant. |
Low Clearance Renal Clinics are especially critical for patients in stages 4 and 5, where kidney function is severely impaired. These clinics provide a multidisciplinary approach. They address not only the medical aspects of kidney health. They also offer nutritional, psychological, and social support essential for managing the complexities of advanced kidney disease. Their comprehensive care ensures that patients receive the education they need. Patients also get interventions to prepare for dialysis or kidney transplantation. This preparation improves quality of life. It enhances clinical outcomes.
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